Ford Fusion – Yakima Custom Track Installation – Yakima Control Tower Roof Rack System

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience. From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for any Ford Fusion. For this application the customer wanted to mount the most secure and most convenient system possible on his Fusion, while not having to deal witht the time comparably time consuming removal and installation fount with systems that mount to the factory mounting points. The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of either a System, or a Yakima Control Tower or a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 54 inch tracks (Designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs), with the Yakima Control Tower System, which allowed the mounting of a set of 48 inch Yakima Load Bars. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES:

• Yakima 54 inch tracks (Installation Video)
  

• (2) sets of Landing Pad 1’s (sold in half sets)

• (1) Set of 4 Control Towers (See Below for Control Tower Video)
• (1) set of 48 Inch Load Bars
• and a (4) Pack of Yakima SKS locks to secure it to the track

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston – (888)399RACK

DODGE NITRO – With Bare Roof – Thule Permanent Top Track – 430R Tracker II System – Thule 688xt Atlantis 2100 Cargo Box

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience. From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for any Dodge Nitro. For this application the customer wanted to mount the most secure and most convenient system possible on his Nitro, while not having to deal with the time comparably time consuming removal and installation fount with systems that mount to the factory mounting points.

The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of  a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 54 inch tracks, which is designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES;

• Thule’s 430R Tracker II Foot Pack (Click Here for an Awesome 430 Video)
• Thule’s 47 Inch Rapid Load Bars
• Thule’s Tk1 Adapter Kit
• Thule’s TP54 54 Inch Top-Track with Flare-Nuts (CLICK HERE to watch a brief Custom Track Installation Video)
• 4 Pack of Thule Lock Cores
• Thule 688xt Atlantis 2100 – 21 Cubic Square Foot Cargo Box

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Nissan Rouge – With Bare Roof – Thule Permanent Top Track – 430R Tracker II System – Thule 687xt Atlantis 1800 Cargo Box

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience. From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for any Nissan Cube. For this application the customer wanted to mount the most secure and most convenient system possible on his Cube, while not having to deal with the time comparably time consuming removal and installation fount with systems that mount to the factory mounting points.

The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of  a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 54 inch tracks, which is designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES;

• Thule’s 430R Tracker II Foot Pack (Click Here for an Awesome 430 Video)
• Thule’s 47 Inch Rapid Load Bars
• Thule’s Tk1 Adapter Kit
• Thule’s TP54 54 Inch Top-Track with Flare-Nuts (CLICK HERE to watch a brief Custom Track Installation Video)
• 4 Pack of Thule Lock Cores
• Thule 687xt Atlantis 1800 – 18 Cubic Square Foot Cargo Box

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Toyota Tacoma Fiberglass Truck Cap Custom Drill Track Application with Thule TK1 & 430 Tracker II Foot Pack Roof Rack System – Thule 687BXT Atlantis 1800 Black 18 Cu. Ft. Cargo Box

For those looking to get a bit more utility out of thier Fiberglass camper, or fiberglass Truck or Jeep cap, Thule has come up with the perfect solution, the installation of thier TB60 Top-Track with bolts. The TB60 is a permanent foundation for a base rack system that will allow you to mount any number of accessory combinations, while still maintaining a sleek and professional look. Here at Rack Attack we pride ourselves on our overall product knowledge, and this knowledge is best attained from our extensive installation experience as well as the use of these products on our own vehicles.

For this install after we installed the TB60 (Installation Instructions) we mounted a 430 tracker II system which includes; Thule’s Tracker II foot pack, Thule’s Tk1 track adapter, 65 inch Thule Load Bars (varies depending on space between towers and what you plan to carry), and a 4 pack of Thule Lock Cores to secure the system to the TB60.

This system will allow the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

This System Includes:

• Thule TB60 Top-Track with bolts (Instructions)
• Thule 430 Tracker II Foot Pack
• Thule 65 inch Load Bar
• Thule TK1 adapter
• Thule 4 Pack of Lock Cores
• Thule 687BXT Atlantis 1800 -  18 Cubic Square Foot Cargo Box

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Toyota Tacoma – Thule Fixed Position Custom Installation – TK14 – 430 Tracker II Foot Pack – 50 Inch Load Bar

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience.  From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we mounted a Thule TK14 Tracker Kit which creates a solid mounting point for Thule 430Tracker II feet on any vehicle without a factory rack. The Thule TK14 Tracker Kit is made for a sheet metal roof, and it includes “flaring” hardware and an installation tool. CLICK HERE to take a look at the installation instructions.

This System Includes;

• Thule TK14 – Tracker Kit 14
• Thule 430 Tracker II foot pack (CLICK HERE for 430 Video)
• Thule 50 Inch Load Bar
  
• 4 Pack of Thule Lock Cores
• Thule 872xt 44 inch Fairing

This system will allow the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Audi A3 Wagon – Thule 460R Podium Aero Fixpoint Foot Pack System – 47 Inch Rapid Load Bars – Thule 611 Boxter Cargo Box

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience.  From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips, and at our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services. The Thule 460R Podium Aero Fixpoint Foot Pack helps to fit the trend of automobiles coming from the factory with pre-installed attachments for load carriers, called fixpoints. For this installation the Thule 460R Podium Aero Fixpoint Foot requires Podium fit kit 4001 to attach.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for Audi A6 Wagon/Avants from 2006 through 2010.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES:

• Thule 460R Podium Aero Fixpiont Foot Pack System (Video Below)
• Thule RB47 47 Inch Rapid Load Bars
• Thule Podium Fit Kit 4001
• Thule 4 Pack of Lock Cores
• Thule 611 Boxter Cargo Box (Video Below)

This application will allow the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

If you are interested in additional information about any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Nissan Cube – Thule Permanent Top Track – 430R Tracker II System – Thule 611 Boxter Cargo Box

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience.  From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for any Nissan Cube. For this application the customer wanted to mount the most secure and most convenient system possible on his Cube, while not having to deal with the time comparably time consuming removal and installation fount with systems that mount to the factory mounting points.

The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of  a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 54 inch tracks, which is designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES;

• Thule’s 430R Tracker II Foot Pack (Click Here for an Awesome 430 Video)
• Thule’s 47 Inch Rapid Load Bars
• Thule’s Tk1 Adapter Kit
• Thule’s TP54 54 Inch Top-Track with Flare-Nuts (CLICK HERE to watch a brief Custom Track Installation Video)
• 4 Pack of Thule Lock Cores

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK

Chevy Tahoe Hybrid – Yakima Custom Track Installation – Yakima Control Tower Roof Rack System

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience.  From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we have chosen an application for any Ford Edge. For this application the customer wanted to mount the most secure and most convenient system possible on his Edge, while not having to deal witht the time comparably time consuming removal and installation fount with systems that mount to the factory mounting points. The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of either a System, or a Yakima Control Tower or a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 54 inch tracks (Designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs), with the Yakima Control Tower System, which allowed the mounting of a set of 48 inch Yakima Load Bars. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES:

• Yakima 54 inch tracks (Installation Video)
  

• (2) sets of Landing Pad 1’s (sold in half sets)

• (1) Set of 4 Control Towers (See Below for Control Tower Video)
• (1) set of 48 Inch Load Bars
• and a (4) Pack of Yakima SKS locks to secure it to the track

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston – (888)399RACK

——————————————————————————————————————–

And please feel free to take a gander at the comparable Thule system we installed on the same vehicle;

http://rackattackboston.wordpress.com/2009/06/27/chevy-tahoe-hybrid-permanent-thule-track-installation-430-tracker-ii-foot-pack-system-thule-hullavator-atlantis-1200/

New for 2010! THULE 480 TRAVERSE GUTTERLESS ROOF RACK SYSTEM

Since the 1960’s when the Thule Company decided to focus their business on automobile related products, and the first roof rack was developed, they strive to be at the forefront of roof rack innovation in terms of quality, and ease of use. The continuation of this tradition will be seen as clearly as ever in the upcoming release of their, New for 2009, Traverse Gutter-less mount Foot Pack System. (as seen on the Subaru WRX seen below)

Not since the development of the original Thule 400 foot pack in 1987 have we seen such a radical overhaul of Thule’s approach to mounting a roof rack system to a vehicle without rain gutters, in terms of safety, aesthetics, & ease of use. For those familiar with the 400(xt) foot pack system, most likely the most noticeable difference is the style of outer cover which protects the inter-workings of the foot pack, as well as allows the foot pack to  integrate seamlessly with any vehicles roof line. The 480 Traverse system comes as a set of (4) feet and it requires the use of Traverse Fit Kits (sold separately) and pair of Thule square load bars (sold separately).

Traverse Fit Kits will be available for use with the Thule 480 Traverse, each Fit Kit designed specifically for use on specific vehicle, for a truly wide range of vehicles. Some fits that would not have been available with the 400(xt) system. The 480 Traverse Foot Pack and Fit Kit bracket combination will deliver the strongest hold, safest fit and easiest installation for total roof rack peace of mind.  The 480’s MaxClamp Technology delivers a more stable system than any competitors current application, and it’s EZ Assemble Design uses 50% fewer parts and requires half the time to install.

Similar to the 400(xt) system, the Traverse’s Fit kit comes with a set of (4) pads and (4) clips that, as shown below, go together as easily as a seat belt. The amount of time this saves in terms of installation is staggering!

One of the most revolutionary design features of the 480 Traverse is the AccuTight Tightening Tool which automatically indicates when the car rack is safely and properly attached to vehicle, assuring the safest install on all styles of vehicles. This replaces the 400(xt)’s  more traditional Handle assembly, which leaves itself able to be overtightened, and or tightened too much or too little on one or both sides of the bar. In addition to this marvelous development, the crack engineering team over at Thule has designed the foot pack in a way that you are able to store the AccuTight tools within the towers when not in use.

The Traverse is compatible with Locks and Load Bars that you may have from a previous system. Meaning, that although the design of the Foot Pack and Fit Kits has changed enough that previous models are not compatible, the locks and bars that you have from a previous system may be reusable. As always, if you do not have Locks from a previous application, we highly recommend a (4)pack of Locks to secure the system to your vehicle.

If you are interested in additional information about the 480 Traverse or any other Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston – (888)399RACK

RACK ATTACK AUTOMATED FIT GUIDE

Chevy Colorado – Thule 42 Inch Top Track & Thule 430 Tracker II Foot Pack System

Here at Rack Attack we take pride in the level of service we can provide due to our extensive product knowledge and installation experience. Our Rack Experts will be able to assist you through your entire rack buying experience.  From explaining each option available for your vehicle, Installation services and or Tips for the “do-it-yourself-er”, as well as maintenance and upkeep tips. At our 4 US locations we offer a wide range of installation services which include custom permanent applications on vehicles where other options would either not exist, or would not provide the most flexibility in terms of accessories, highest weight rating, and the widest spread between the front and back cross-bars.

For today’s showcase install we added on to a customer’s previously installed Thule Fiberglass Track System, by adding a Track system onto the cab of his Chevy Colorado, which allows him to now carry longer loads. This system which is a combination between a Thule 430 Tracker II foot pack system and a Thule 42 inch TopTrack with plusnuts that are designed specifically designed to be used on the sheet metal roof of most vehicles.

The best, and most flexible solution, in terms of accessory application, bar spread, and convenience in installation and removal, is a permanently installed set of Thule or Yakima Tracks that will allow the mounting of  a 430 Tracker II foot pack system. For this application the customer opted to go with the Yakima 42 inch tracks, which is designed Specifically for Sheet Metal Roofs. Which in turn allows the mounting of most every Thule or Yakima accessory, such as Roof Top Bike carriers, Ski carriers, Water-sport carriers, as well as cargo bags, baskets and Cargo Boxes, and it is removable in seconds.

THIS SYSTEM INCLUDES;

• Thule’s 430 Tracker II Foot Pack
• Thule’s 50 Inch Load Bars
• Thule’s Tk1 Adapter Kit
• Thule’s TP42 42 Inch Top-Track with Flare-Nuts (CLICK HERE to watch a brief Custom Track Installation Video)
• 4 Pack of Thule Lock Cores
• For the system on the Cap the parts are the same but it is Thule’s TB60 Top Track with Bolts that is designed specifically for fiberglass caps.

If you are interested in additional information custom install or any Roof Rack system, please feel free to consult one of our highly knowledgeable Rack Experts by calling (888)399RACK (7225). Otherwise you can email us with any questions….Well…as long as they are pertaining to Racks.

- Rack Attack Boston - (888)399RACK